5 Best Restaurants in Baton Rouge

Not too long ago, Travel Savvy staffers traveled down to Louisiana to learn about all the things to do in the area -- from fishing to kayaking to exploring the local restaurants. Luckily, during our stay, we received some great dining recommendations from none other than Jay Ducote, whose recommendations have been featured everywhere from The Huffington Post and LouisianaTravel.com to his own Louisiana foodie blog, aptly titled Bite and Booze.

Jay Ducote contributes monthly columns and recipes to Louisiana Cookin' Magazine and Good Grit on top of being published in Town Favorites Magazine, Country Roads Magazine, Menuism.com, The Huffington Post, The Southern Coterie, Offbeat Magazine, Louisiana Kitchen & Culture, 225 Magazine, Delta Sky Magazine, The Local Palate, The Advocate, LouisianaTravel.com, and Delta Style Magazine to name a few. Today, we're adding Travel Savvy to the list!

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Goûter

Owned and operated by a local husband-and-wife duo, Chris and Sommer Wadsworth, Goûterserves up luxurious tapas and small plates that incorporate farm-to-table ingredients and Cajun and Creole flavors. Patrons can also expect craft beers from local breweries, spirits from local distilleries, seasonally rotating dishes, and the occasional larger plates for those who dare to indulge.

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Overpass Merchant

From Truffle Frites to Coconut Shrimp Tacos, the Overpass Merchant’s menu is one locals can’t ignore. Boasting some of the highest quality ingredients in Louisiana, this hotspot also boasts one of the best selections of signature cocktails and drafts in Baton Rouge.

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Mason's Grill

If you’re hankering for a homestyle Southern meal, look no further than the family-owned Mason's Grill. Locals love the wide selection of ribeye steaks, and any visitor can enjoy their flavorful comfort foods like Bayou stuffed shrimp, chicken and waffles. While accommodating to families of all ages, this hotspot was also named by Absolut as home to the “Best Bloody Mary in America!”

The Chimes

Now boasting three locations in the Baton Rouge area, The Chimeshas been serving locals classic Louisiana comfort food and craft beers for over three decades. From Gumbo to Po' Boys, there’s no better place to discover traditional, southern Louisiana cuisine.

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Pick Your Passion

Want to know more about the best restaurants, things to do, and exploring the great outdoors in Louisiana? Head over to LouisianaTravel.comand browse their full listings of all there is to discover in the Pelican state.